Dr Andrea Sartorius

In this compelling discussion, Sylvia and her daughter Lily unveil their harrowing experience with animal deaths linked to suspected lead poisoning on their West Wales farm. They reveal shocking health impacts and the dark history of a nearby disused lead mine. Dr. Andrea Sartorius, an ecotoxicologist, shares her groundbreaking research uncovering elevated lead levels in soil and water, stressing the potential dangers to surrounding communities. Together, they shine a light on a silent epidemic and the urgent need for awareness and action.

In this gripping conversation, Dr. Andrea Sartorius, an ecotoxicologist from the University of Nottingham, reveals shocking findings from her studies on historic lead mine contamination in Wales. She discusses the alarming levels of lead found in soil and the grave effects on local wildlife. Professor Mark Macklin, a geomorphologist, shares insights from his community soil testing and highlights the widespread pollution mapped across floodplains. They both stress the urgent need for awareness and action regarding lead exposure in the UK.